UIC lands two hoops recruits

Illinois-Chicago signed combo guard Markese McGuire and wing Lance Whitaker to the incoming class of 2013, the school announced Thursday.

McGuire, from Elkhart, Ind., Memorial High, also considered Northern Illinois, Milwaukee and Evansville. He averaged 16.3 points, five rebounds and 2.5 assists per game as a junior.

Whitaker, a 6-4 wing from Bartlett High, averaged 16.5 points and 6.1 rebounds as a sophomore.

“These two young men are very skilled players that fit our system, but more importantly, they both have great character," UIC coach Howard Moore said in a statement. "Flames fans are really going to enjoy watching these guys grow and be key components in the success of our program during their careers at UIC.”